India's semiconductor industry is experiencing growth with key investments, such as VCI Global's semiconductor wire plant and Jabil's second factory. However, challenges persist, such as underutilized chip design potential and limited support for startups. Strategic partnerships, like Infineon's collaboration with CDIL, aim to strengthen India's e-mobility and renewable sectors.
VCI Global to establish India's first semiconductor wire plant in Chennai
VCI Global and Kinesis Manufacturing Solutions are investing US$3.5 million to build India's first semiconductor wire plant in Chennai, scheduled to start operations in the third quarter of 2025. The facility will produce semiconductor bonding wires, essential for chip manufacturing, supporting India's push to localize its semiconductor supply chains.
India overlooking chip design as key strength, says Ajai Chowdhry
Ajai Chowdhry, chairman of EPIC Foundation, founder of HCL, and a key advocate for India's semiconductor industry growth, emphasizes that India's semiconductor strength lies in chip design. However, insufficient support for fabless startups hinders growth. He urges targeted funding, faster DLI approvals, and stronger global partnerships. He also advocates government-led market creation and regional alliances to boost domestic production and reduce reliance on Chinese imports.
Jabil to build second factory in India, explores silicon photonics manufacturing facility
Apple supplier Jabil has announced plans to establish a factory in Gujarat, the company's second in India. The company also expressed its intention to build a US$125 million silicon photonics manufacturing facility in the state.
CDIL and Infineon partner to boost India's e-mobility and renewable sector
CDIL Semiconductors and Infineon Technologies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on power semiconductor solutions tailored to India's growing needs in e-mobility, renewable energy, and energy-efficient appliances. This partnership aims to enhance India's semiconductor capabilities and integrate cost-effective, locally produced solutions into the global supply chain.
Foxconn receives US$800 million incentive in India as Tata expands
Foxconn's smartphone assembly plant in Karnataka, India, is set to receive a subsidy of INR69.7 billion (US$801 million) from the local government, marking the first such incentive granted to an electronics company, reports Economic Times and Business Today.
Samsung faces growth challenges in India as prolonged labor strike disrupts operations
Samsung Electronics is facing major setbacks as labor disputes at its Sriperumbudur factory in India escalate without resolution. South Korean industry observers warn that the prolonged strike threatens to undermine Samsung's growth momentum in the world's most populous market. Beyond immediate production disruptions, the ongoing labor unrest could damage the company's corporate reputation in a region increasingly critical to its global strategy.
India's telecom giants team up with SpaceX for satellite internet push
Following a significant meeting between Narendra Modi and Elon Musk in the US, SpaceX's Starlink has partnered with India's top two telecom companies to introduce satellite communication services, aiming to strengthen India's wireless infrastructure and enhance enterprise applications.
India's Yotta drives AI growth but leaves Asus with significant bad debt
Asus declared a significant bad debt over the last quarter of 2024 due to delayed payments for server products sold to Yotta, a company highlighting India's eagerness to build AI infrastructure.
Article edited by Jack Wu
